Overview
Hallsville WWTP is a secondary treatment facility serving approximately 1,591 residents in Hallsville, Missouri. The plant discharges treated wastewater into local waterways, supporting the region's environmental health.
Hallsville WWTP is a municipal wastewater treatment plant located in Hallsville, Boone County, Missouri. The facility serves a population of about 1,591 people, making it a small-scale treatment plant typical of rural communities in the Midwestern United States. The plant provides secondary treatment, which is the standard level required by the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater facilities. With a designed capacity of 802.50 thousand gallons per day and a current discharge volume of 454.25 thousand gallons per day, the plant operates well within its capacity, indicating effective management of local wastewater flows. The treated effluent is discharged into nearby streams that ultimately drain into the Missouri River watershed. This water body supports diverse aquatic life and is an important resource for downstream communities. The plant's operations help protect local water quality and the ecological integrity of the region's freshwater systems.
Environmental context
The plant discharges into tributaries of the Missouri River, which flows into the Mississippi River and eventually reaches the Gulf of Mexico. This watershed supports a variety of fish and wildlife species, including migratory birds. The secondary treatment process reduces organic pollutants and suspended solids, helping to maintain the ecological balance of the receiving waters.
Frequently asked questions
Hallsville WWTP is located on East Highway 124 in Hallsville, Boone County, Missouri, United States.
The plant serves approximately 1,591 residents, making it a small-scale municipal facility.
The plant discharges treated effluent into local streams that are part of the Missouri River watershed, ultimately reaching the Gulf of Mexico.
Hallsville WWTP provides secondary treatment, which is the standard required by the U.S. Clean Water Act for municipal wastewater facilities.
Plants of this scale operate under the U.S. Clean Water Act, with National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits issued by the state or EPA. Secondary treatment is typically required for municipal facilities.
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